• The National Football League and Verizon said their new 5G partnership will allow fans to see seven different live camera angles of the season kickoff game.
• “Verizon will help us capitalize on the promise of 5G technology, paving the way for the future of the game,” NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell said.
• The alliance also has the “potential to improve player training and overall venue operations,” Verizon CEO Hans Vestberg said.

The National Football League and Verizon on Thursday announced a 5G partnership that they say will allow fans to see seven different live camera angles of the season-opening game between the Super Bowl champion Tampa Buccaneers and the Dallas Cowboys.

The companies the 10-year deal will provide next-generation 5G mobile technology for applications including innovative methods of player training, team scouting, venue operations and health guidelines.

“Verizon will help us capitalize on the promise of 5G technology, paving the way for the future of the game and delivering incredible experiences for millions of NFL fans,” NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell said in a statement detailing the alliance. “Verizon has been one of our key technology partners, helping with everything from digital distribution of NFL content, engaging our fans at the NFL’s biggest events, enhancing communications throughout the NFL ecosystem and upgrading technology within stadiums.”

“Our longstanding relationship, and swift delivery of 5G connectivity in 90% of stadiums, has created new ways to bring fans even closer to the action,” Verizon CEO Hans Vestberg said in the announcement. “Our work with the NFL will continue to enhance and transform not only the fan viewing experience, but also has the potential to improve player training and overall venue operations.”

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